Office For the Aging

New York State & Local Retirement System, based in Albany, offers members the opportunity to borrow against their retirement contributions, subject to meeting specific eligibility criteria. With a focus on providing financial flexibility to its members, NYSLRS enables eligible individuals to access funds from their retirement savings when needed. Generated from their website's infomation

The New York Public Interest Research Group (NYPIRG) is a grassroots organization dedicated to addressing critical issues ranging from environmental protection to public transportation advocacy. By engaging students, local officials, and community members, NYPIRG mobilizes efforts to tackle urgent matters such as climate change and infrastructure improvement in New York State. NYPIRG actively organizes events and campaigns, including marches against fossil fuel pipelines and public comment opportunities on proposed projects, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in decision-making processes. With programs like the Donald K. Ross Future Leaders Program, they aim to cultivate leadership among youth while advocating for sustainable and equitable policies across the state. Generated from the website

The Council of Community Services of New York State, also known as CCSNYS, is a membership-based, statewide association of charitable nonprofit organizations. Founded in 1927, it provides a range of specialized legal, financial and technical assistance services for nonprofit agencies through its subsidiaries. The association offers retirement, worker s compensation, and health, dental, disability and life insurance services through one of its subsidiaries known as Council Services Plus. The Council of Community Services of New York State is a member of the National Council of Nonprofit Associations, National Association of Planning Councils and Alliance for Nonprofit Management. The association maintains a location in Albany, N.Y.